Project Support Officer (Saudi National)

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Riyadh
R162542
Administration
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Support Officer (Saudi National) to join our team to work on Mega Project in Riyadh/ Abha!

What You'll Be Doing:

Recruitment Workflow and Coordination:

  • Develop and publish a structured workflow for coordination between the project team and the recruitment team.

  • Share the list of required positions with the recruitment team via the Recruiters Tracker to ensure clear communication.

  • Collect and compile detailed job descriptions for each position to align with project objectives.

Candidate Evaluation and Interviews:

  • Conduct initial reviews of CVs alongside the Operation & Delivery Director to ensure candidates meet project requirements.

  • Coordinate and arrange internal interviews between department heads and candidates.

  • Schedule and facilitate external interviews between candidates and the client.

  • Follow up with the client for interview feedback, approval decisions, and assigning Level & Class for candidates who pass interviews.

  • Organize and manage interviews involving the client, PMC, and Lead Design Consultant.

Workshops and Collaboration:

  • prepare and present agendas for workshops and meetings, ensuring clear and effective communication with stakeholders.

Saudization and Internships:

  • Monitor and ensure compliance with Saudization targets and oversee the internship program to align with national requirements and project goals.

Onboarding and Offboarding:

  • Ensure timely submission of prior application Forms (PAFs) for new joiners and leavers on the day of their onboarding or departure.

  • Send onboarding letters to Document Controllers on the same day candidates join the project to ensure smooth integration

Timesheet and Financial Forecasting:

  • Prepare and submit accurate monthly timesheet records for (Client) and forecasts for IPA certificates, including projected joiners.

  • Compare costs between the deployment plan and timesheets to provide detailed financial reports and attach these to payment applications.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • A proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies in workflows and implementing strategies to enhance productivity and performance.

  • Ability to coordinate multiple workflows, manage timelines, and ensure timely delivery of tasks.

  • Experience in reviewing CVs, coordinating interviews, and collaborating with recruitment teams to fill project roles efficiently.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.

  • Proficiency in analyzing job descriptions, matching candidate profiles, and preparing detailed reports for decision-making.

  • Ability to manage complex recruitment and onboarding processes while ensuring alignment with project objectives.

  • Experience in preparing and submitting PAFs, onboarding letters, timesheets, and financial forecasts.

  • Ability to anticipate and address challenges related to recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning proactively.

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and other relevant tools to maintain trackers, create reports, and analyze data.

  • Understanding of Saudization policies and local labor laws to ensure compliance and successful implementation of hiring strategies.

  • A meticulous approach to ensure accuracy in financial forecasts, documentation, and project alignment.


Desired Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration, Human Resources, Project Management, or a related field is mandatory.

  • Experience in project-based environments such as construction, engineering, or infrastructure.


Certifications (Optional but Preferred):

  • Professional certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional), SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), or CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel Development) are desirable.

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in:

  • Workforce management, recruitment coordination, or HR operations.

  • Direct involvement with client-facing roles and managing workflows.

  • At least 3-5 years of experience in leadership roles or managing teams in similar industries.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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